According to the authors, it is not easy to understand and explain other people's behaviour because
A) other people work to hide their motivations and intentions.
B) we only have access to observable behaviours.
C) we are biased by our own motivations.
D) social behaviour is often random.
E) social behaviour is often performed without conscious awareness.
Answer: B) we only have access to observable behaviours.
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a. the illusion of invulnerability. b. posttraumatic stress disorder. c. a depressive explanatory style. d. Type A behavior.
Based on research concerning control, personality, and stress-related illness, which person would be least likely to experience a weakened immune system?
a. Joe, who feels that his manager controls his work life b. Jennifer, who feels little involvement in or commitment to her job c. Jason, who is always optimistic and perceives that he has a lot of control d. Rochelle, who wants her job to remain the same forever
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Parental values are internalized through
a. identification. c. collaboration. b. mortification. d. saturation.